Forged Thistle Spoon
A hand-forged silver spoon shaped through process, gesture, and material.
Formed in sterling silver at the bench, the spoon carries a direct, worked surface; its texture emerging through hammering and refining rather than applied decoration. The form is simple and balanced, designed for use and repeated handling.
At the terminal, a subtle reference to the thistle is integrated into the design. Long associated with resilience, protection, and national identity, the thistle has been a defining symbol of Scotland for centuries . Here, it is not presented as ornament, but as a quiet marker of place and meaning.
Historically, spoons have often carried symbolic elements; given as gifts, marked with motifs, and held as personal objects as much as functional tools . This piece continues that lineage, combining use with a sense of significance.
The surface reflects the act of making, catching light unevenly and revealing the movement of the hammer. Designed for daily use, the spoon becomes part of a repeated gesture, held, used, and returned.
Details
- Solid sterling silver
- Hand-forged and finished
- Approx. 40 x 12 x 180mm
- Suitable for everyday use
- Hallmarked in Edinburgh, Scotland
- Handmade in Aberdeen, Scotland
Each piece is individually made. Variations in surface and form are an intrinsic part of the work.
Additional Information
Each piece is designed and handmade by Scott Smith in his Aberdeen studio using traditional silversmithing techniques.
Rooted in the landscapes, archaeology, and working traditions of North East Scotland, these works translate material, memory, and labour into enduring silver objects; intended to be used, lived with, and passed on.
For commissions, acquisitions, or to discuss this piece further, please contact:
hello@scottsmithdesign.co.uk